Lac du Salagou | lake

France / Languedoc-Roussillon / Celles /
The largest artificial lake in the Languedoc-Rousillon (France). Below the water are three drowned villages. The lake is an important tourist destination. The water is used for irrigation purposes, and as a buffer for drinking water supply. Also, fire-fighting planes (Canadairs) fill up in this lake in case of serious fires in the region.
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Coordinates:   43°39'24"N   3°21'50"E
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